Huayu: The Best Actor starts with obtaining the role entry

Chapter 89 - Filming Begins!
"You've been getting a lot of offers to collaborate lately. Look at these scripts, and you've even been offered a movie role, even though the scripts aren't very good."

White Night Studio.

After finishing the recording of Happy Camp, Bai Ye said goodbye to Jing Tian.

The other party wants to go back and film my beautiful boss, and he can't be idle here either; it seems there are still quite a few things to do.

Before filming "Someday or One Day," Bai Ye decided to take on more commercial performances.

This episode of Happy Camp is expected to air soon, along with the best of us.

We'll do a pre-event program, and Bai Ye has basically pushed back all the other promotional activities she could.

After all, commercial performances are more profitable, and there is currently room for him to command a premium.

However, I guess we'll need to film beforehand if we want to see you.

Bai Ye also read the script from those years, and it was pretty good, so he accepted it.

However, Cai Yinong also said that filming needs to be done in advance, probably around October this year.

This time should have been when Liu Shishi was filming Scarlet Heart.

However, in order to film those years, Cai Yinong originally planned to film "Step by Step Thrilling" ahead of schedule.

After all, Cai Yinong can't guarantee how long the popularity of "White Night" will last.

Even with youth films, she was well aware that if the investment wasn't large but the film lost money, it would be unacceptable for Tangren Media.

Even Baiye is willing to contribute some funds as an investment.

But releasing it when both sides are at their peak of popularity is naturally the best option.

And most importantly, it can be taken during the winter break.

The Spring Festival film season falls within the winter break, but she values ​​the winter break period more.

Because the students were on holiday at that time.

The people who watch youth films the most are actually students.

Filming will take place in October, and post-production will be completed and submitted for review in November. After that, Bai Ye will bring Lu Zheng to invest.

Let's see if we can arrange it in two months at lightning speed. If not, we'll arrange it for May of next year.

With investment from three parties, and Lu Zheng's connections, it's no wonder that "Our Best Thing" was able to get on satellite TV so quickly; Lu Zheng's help behind the scenes was crucial.

Therefore, Cai Yinong also wanted to bring Lu Zheng along, so that they could share the risks and the movie could be released sooner.

However, after deciding to film in October, it felt like there was no need to bring forward the filming of Scarlet Heart.

Since filming wrapped up in November, Liu Shishi joined the cast of "Scarlet Heart" in December, which was perfect timing.

As for Bai Ye, she knows that Bai Ye hasn't started filming "Someday or One Day" yet.

Even if filming starts in July, Bai Ye will have a month to film, and he will definitely participate in post-production.

Therefore, in the later stages, Bai Ye will probably need two to three months.

I joined the crew in October.

Cai Yinong's choice of time was quite subtle; she felt that daytime should be around that time.

So after those years...

Bai Ye's current task is to accept commercial performances, then film "Someday or One Day," and work with Lin Yufen on post-production.

If he has free time, he'll take on some more commercial performances, and then join the cast of "Those Years." If filming finishes in October, his schedule for this year will be pretty much complete.

At most, he might consider taking on a role if a suitable script comes along later.

"By the way, Director Gao said the Legend of Chu and Han shouldn't be released until the second half of next year, right?"

According to Gao Xixi, the script should still be pending.

But if it could be done earlier
Then my task will be completed.

The four main characters are Li Ziwei, Yu Huai, Ke Jingteng, and Xiang Yu.

But waiting until the second half of next year is really hard to come by.

"Yes, Director Gao said that the script has been written for a long time and is currently in the polishing stage. It's just that due to his schedule, filming of The Legend of Chu and Han cannot begin!"

Gao Xixi's schedule is too tight.

Even watching the Legend of Chu and Han might not be enough time for many viewers.

Later on, we will need other directors to help with the direction.

"Okay, ask Director Gao if I can see the script first."

"What's wrong? You regret it?!"

Lin Wan was also somewhat surprised after hearing Bai Ye's words.

When Bai Ye agreed, she didn't mention wanting to see the script.

Why are you asking to see the script now that you've accepted the role?!
"It's not that I'm backing out, it's just that I want to see what the script is about, since I'm working with Mr. Chen Daoming."

Bai Ye didn't know this before, when it wasn't related to the script.

Some scripts are originally very good, but in order to promote newcomers, they will force you to add scenes for a character.

Whether it's "The Best of Us" or "Someday or One Day".

In fact, Lu Zheng or the investors on Juku have all made their own demands to varying degrees.

However, Bai Ye persisted, which is why the other party had no choice.

But other scripts are different.

Therefore, it's best to get the script in advance and take a look before making any decisions.

"Okay, I'll go ask Director Gao. Actually, I think now is the most suitable time to start filming, after all, your Zhou Yu is very popular."

If filming starts next year, it might not be released until the year after. By then, your popularity as Zhou Yu will have faded.

Lin Wan also felt a little sorry.

This year is clearly a period of rapid growth for Baiye's business.

However, a gap appeared in the middle.

If we were to include the Chu-Han Contention after those years, there would be no gap in the story.

But when it comes to filming, you're not a big star, so why would people follow your lead?!
"Sister Lin, you're right. Why don't we ask Director Gao?"

"what?!"

Lin Wan thought she had misheard.

Bai Ye, you actually asked that?

"Let's ask about the script first, then tell you about my situation, and see what Director Gao thinks, if he really wants this wave of popularity for me."

"We could totally film the Legend of Chu and Han ahead of schedule. After all, if we wait until next year, I'll have to find other dramas in between, and I can't just keep doing commercial performances!"

Occasionally taking on commercial performances is fine, but if you take on commercial performances for almost a year in the middle, you're probably ruining yourself.

If we were to look for good lead actors at that time, there would be very few available resources among the ones we have access to.

After all, if someone has a good script, wouldn't everyone want to promote their own talent?
Why should I give it to you?

There are many supporting characters, but they are all there to elevate the status of others, although there are also some supporting characters with good character designs.

But supporting characters aren't even counted!
Therefore, Bai Ye still prefers to play the lead role.

Moreover, the protagonist also has requirements regarding grades.

"Okay, I'll ask."

Although Lin Wan felt it was unlikely, since Bai Ye had brought it up, she decided to ask.

Besides, Bai Ye is right, he's very popular right now.

By continuing to produce one work after another and appearing in front of the audience, Bai Ye's status can be well maintained.

At the same time, Lin Wan also has some ambitions.

If Baiye can maintain a consistent output of works without much of a gap in between, then it seems that he will be able to break into the top tier very quickly.
What he needs now is a TV series that can make a decisive statement and elevate his popularity to a new level.

"Forget it, I'll do it."

Bai Ye felt it was best to ask Gao Xixi about this herself.

It would be best to do it in advance; if not, I'll prepare to take on other roles later.

Dial Gao Xixi's phone.

Bai Ye also directly stated his purpose.

"Director Gao, could you let me see the script for 'Legend of Chu and Han' first? Also, if we're filming 'Legend of Chu and Han,' can we start filming it ahead of schedule?"

"After all, I've been getting a bit of buzz lately, so if we film this now, the Legend of Chu and Han will definitely get more attention." Filming ahead of schedule?!
Gao Xixi was also somewhat surprised after hearing Bai Ye's words.

"Bai Ye, let me be frank with you. I've taken on two dramas, both of which will be filmed this year, and I'm also the producer of The Glamorous Imperial Concubine."

The Legend of Chu and Han is estimated to take six to seven months to film. Even if I were to film it, I would only be able to find the time to do so when I become the producer of The Glamorous Imperial Concubine.

But I actually have a few dramas planned for later, even if they're to be moved up, it won't be until next year.

The filming schedule for Gao Xixi this year has been finalized.

First, there's the Three Kingdoms, then "Walking on the Edge of a Knife," and exclusively revealed that it also has the production company behind "The Glamorous Imperial Concubine."

He had arranged all of this.

To start filming earlier, we have to wait until around the same time as the sequel to "The Glamorous Imperial Concubine".

The four dramas scheduled for next year—"Blood Battle in the Sky," "Legend of Chu and Han," "Zhao Kuangyin," and "The Era of White Clouds"—are all being coordinated based on the actors' schedules.

Initially, Gao Xixi wanted to cast He Rundong as the lead in the Chu-Han Legend.

He has to follow He Rundong's schedule, which is full until July next year, so he can only postpone it to later.

So if you want to move it forward, rearrange the order.

After all, if we were to contact Bai Ye now, we would naturally have to consider Bai Ye's availability.

Thinking of this, Gao Xixi seemed to realize something and immediately asked, "Won't your schedule have problems later?!"

Bai Ye didn't say that before!

When I mentioned the approximate month, Bai Ye didn't say anything.

Is it because he's recently become so popular that he's getting so many offers to contact him?!
"No, Director Gao, I'll probably be filming an urban drama later, and then a movie around October."

I should be able to free up time around November or December.

If you can bring it up in advance, I'll join the cast of "Legend of Chu and Han." If not, I'll find a drama to fill the gap in my schedule now.

It turned out to be the case.

After hearing Bai Ye's explanation, Gao Xixi realized that Bai Ye wanted to seamlessly join the production team.

However, Gao Xixi was somewhat surprised that a movie was already looking for "White Night"!
He couldn't help but ask, "A movie?"

"Yes, he's the male lead in the movie, paired with Liu Shishi. He's already signed on."

Liu Shishi?

If Liu Shishi is invited to play Yu Ji in the future...

He suddenly became interested. Looking at it this way, it seems that Bai Ye has always been paired with Liu Shishi, from Xiao Qiao to the female lead in the movie, and then to the Legend of Chu and Han.

He's already figured out how to create hype.

"How about this, you film your TV series first, and I'll let you know in September, okay? I'll give you the script then?"

Gao Xixi didn't give a definitive answer; if they need to coordinate schedules next year, they'll have to see how things go.

It's not something you can just agree to outright.

"it is good."

September is almost here.

He had just finished the post-production of "Someday or One Day" around that time, so if Gao Xixi's side didn't work out, he would find another one.

If it can be done earlier, that would be the best.

"Actually, I don't think the probability of it happening earlier is very high."

Lin Wan felt that she had poured cold water on things a bit.

However, she still believes that the probability of the other party doing it ahead of schedule is not particularly high.

After all, just as Gao Xixi said, the arrangements were basically all taken care of.

However, it's not hopeless.

After all, next year's filming schedules will have to be adjusted according to the actors' availability.

Although Bai Ye and Gao Xixi made a verbal agreement, both of them still had room to back out.

Before a contract was signed, it didn't matter whether Bai Ye didn't want to act anymore or Gao Xixi was replaced by someone else.

This is quite common in the entertainment industry.

Therefore, September is likely the time when the two will finalize their agreement and sign the contract.

"We'll see. Sister Lin is arranging commercial performances, so please do more of those recently. I'll leave the rest of the work to you, as you'll need to keep an eye on the film crew."

“I will take a look at this. Actually, Juku has already arranged the production team. The costumes, makeup and props are made according to your requirements, so it may take some time to customize. There are relatively few companies in China that do this kind of costumes, makeup and props.”

As Bai Ye mentioned, the costumes, makeup, and props in the Chinese entertainment industry currently have their own set.

It would be convenient to just take them directly, but Bai Ye wasn't satisfied. Actually, she also thought the batch Bai Ye had chosen was quite nice.

It has to be said that Bai Ye's aesthetic sense is still quite good.

Like the last time we filmed "The Best of Us," we didn't choose any flashy clothes; we just used school uniforms, and the photos still turned out great.

Like the Meteor Shower that aired last year, the so-called aristocratic attire was just ridiculously over-the-top compared to Bai Ye.

But they're quite popular.

Initially, Juku (a Chinese entertainment platform) planned to replicate the costumes and props from "Meteor Shower."

Bai Ye immediately rejected it.

If that were used, Bai Ye felt that her TV series would be ruined.

He felt that the costumes and props were really not good-looking at all.

Fortunately, he is also a semi-investor. As an investor, lead actor, and screenwriter, he has a lot of say.

Mainly, Lu Zheng remained silent. After gaining experience working with Bai Ye, he handed the entire responsibility over to professionals.

If Juku were to withdraw its investment, Lu Zheng would most likely step in to replace it, so it wouldn't pose a threat to Bai Ye. Therefore, everything was done as Bai Ye had said.

The production team has begun preparing costumes, props, and sets, and the crew is gradually being assembled.

For the two male supporting roles, the drama channel recommended Luo Jin for the role of Mo Junjie, while Xie Zhiqi was chosen because the acting requirements were a bit high. For Lu Zheng, they found an actor named Qin Hao.

After a series of open auditions, Luo Jin and Qin Hao were finally cast as the two leads.

As for the other actors, Bai Ye basically hasn't inquired about them.

During this period, I was doing commercial performances while also studying.

Until it was time to join the crew.

Someday or One Day (film crew)

Zhao Liying was also a little nervous. Ever since she signed the contract and received the script, she had been thinking about the character Huang Yuxuan/Chen Yunru.

This is the first time she has ever played two roles.

Even after signing the contract, Zhao Liying was still a little scared, wondering if she would be replaced halfway through the project if she didn't perform well.

Moreover, it seems likely that the role would be snatched away before filming even started, since he had already turned down the role in "Princess Pearl".

Now we have absolutely no resources left.

Fortunately, what Zhao Liying was worried about did not happen.

Successfully joined the production team.

"What's Xiao Zhao doing standing at the entrance of this film crew's location?"

Bai Ye's voice came from behind her. Zhao Liying turned around and looked at Bai Ye, who was greeting her. She shook her head, not embarrassed at all: "I'm getting into character. After all, it's my first time playing the lead role. I need to get into character before I go in."

Bai Ye had clearly seen what he had just done.
No matter how much you deny it, it's useless.

Why not just admit it directly, especially since it is indeed her first time playing the female lead?

Being a little nervous seems reasonable.

"Um, thank you so much for last time."

Zhao Liying suddenly seemed to realize something; she had to thank Bai Ye for making her the lead actress.

If Bai Ye hadn't chosen me, I probably wouldn't have gotten the lead role.

"No need to thank me, your acting is excellent. If anyone should be thanking someone, it's for your acting. I just hope you can perform as well as before in the future. Let's go in!"

"Ah."

Join Bai Ye as she enters the cast and crew of "Someday or One Day".

As she looked at Bai Ye from behind, a sense of ambition rose within her.

I've already taken my first step.
(End of this chapter)